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What Causes Weakness?
Question: i am 70 years old & my health is verry weakness my body. please help me.
Brief Answer:
avoid malnutrition, mild exercise.
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Weakness is not related to old age. It indicates unhealthiness and that you should improve your health. As I do not have any specific history, I will give you a generalized opinion.
1. Good food habits - Malnutrition either more or less is the problem. You need to maintain a proper weight for your age.
Anemia (low hemoglobin) is commonly seen, which leads to weakness. Get your hemoglobin levels checked and if low, concentrate on improving it.
2. Mobility - You should always involve yourself in exercise. Even mild can do a world of good. Walking, resistance exercises. Involve in social activities.
3. Sleep - Regular sleeping hours. Abnormal sleeping hours affect health. Night sleep should be eight hours minimum.
4. Medication - Avoid unnecessary medications. You might be on many drugs and there could be interactions. Discuss with your doctor, the necessary drugs.
5. Control of any chronic diseases like hypertension or diabetes. Regular followup and control is essential.
6. Meditation or being cheerful around family, friends etc helps.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy help again.
Dr. Prakash HM
avoid malnutrition, mild exercise.
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Weakness is not related to old age. It indicates unhealthiness and that you should improve your health. As I do not have any specific history, I will give you a generalized opinion.
1. Good food habits - Malnutrition either more or less is the problem. You need to maintain a proper weight for your age.
Anemia (low hemoglobin) is commonly seen, which leads to weakness. Get your hemoglobin levels checked and if low, concentrate on improving it.
2. Mobility - You should always involve yourself in exercise. Even mild can do a world of good. Walking, resistance exercises. Involve in social activities.
3. Sleep - Regular sleeping hours. Abnormal sleeping hours affect health. Night sleep should be eight hours minimum.
4. Medication - Avoid unnecessary medications. You might be on many drugs and there could be interactions. Discuss with your doctor, the necessary drugs.
5. Control of any chronic diseases like hypertension or diabetes. Regular followup and control is essential.
6. Meditation or being cheerful around family, friends etc helps.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy help again.
Dr. Prakash HM
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